For gardeners with a surplus of plastic nursery pots, turning them into a vertical garden is a practical solution. Plastic pots are lightweight, making them easy to hang from various structures like cattle panels, fencing wire, or pallets. If you don’t have any pots, consider asking friends, family, or local gardening groups for donations. Cleaning and sterilizing the pots before use is essential, and purchasing pots is also an option for beginners. Different pot sizes are available, with smaller options being suitable for vertical gardens.
Hang nursery pots with wire or create a tower
To create a vertical garden using plastic nursery pots, run a sturdy outdoor wire along a wall or fence and hang the pots using hooks or nails. Alternatively, attach wire mesh to a frame and hang the planters using S hooks. Another option is stacking pots on a length of rebar at different angles for a unique look. Upcycling items like wire lampshade frames can also be used to hang pots.
Mount your plastic planters on wooden pallets, planks, or ladders
Mounting plastic planters on wooden pallets, planks, or ladders is another way to create a vertical garden. Using metal planter brackets or creating individual wall-mounted pot holders allows for flexibility in pot sizes and placement. It’s important to check for heat-treated pallets to avoid harmful chemicals. Building a freestanding vertical garden or shelves for the pots offers creative options for arranging the plants.
